Didmpd Quote by Suzette Boon
““Some dissociative parts of the personality, living in trauma time, may experience the same emotion no matter the situation, such as fear, rage, shame, sadness, yearning and even some positive ones just as joy. * Other parts have a broader range of feeling. Because emotions are often held in certain parts of the personality, different parts can have highly contradictory perceptions, emotions, and reactions to the same situation.” * This explains many feelings, emotions, and doubts about the unknown haunting us at times. * Awareness and discovering the inner world may help, tremendously.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Psychological Perspectives on Dissociation, 2023
Different parts of a trauma-affected personality can hold distinct, sometimes opposite, emotional responses to the same event, explaining internal conflict and confusion.
In simple terms: Trauma splits emotional experience into separate parts.
Explore and integrate these parts for clearer emotional life.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- self‑reflection
- mindfulness practice
- support groups
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice conflicting feelings in yourself?
- What steps can you take to safely explore them?
Integration can be painful and may trigger overwhelming memories.